I specifically bought this playset for the step-kids (ages 10 & 12) and my grandkids (ages 1 & 3).  I'm expecting more grands.  I wanted something that would work for all ages and last many years.  I was surprised when the 3 year old climbed the rock wall and was able to easily navigate the steps and the older kids enjoyed it as much as the 3 y.o.... It isn't completely set up yet, have the tower done, but the kids, all ages, had a blast.  I even got myself up there and went down the slide.  There's a lot of cool features not advertised, such as the road for cars on the floor of the tower and the driving wheel.  I can't wait to get the rest set up this week.  We had a couple damaged parts and Lifetime immediately sent replacement parts.  They said it would be about a week or two, and it was literally two to three days delivered.  I highly recommend this company for their customer service and this playset will last for many, many years.